Blood Bank- Medical Lab Scientist, Midnights - Loyola University Health System

Description:

Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access from I290 or I55.

Come be a part of the transformation happening at Loyola Medicine. New state of the art Regional Clinical Laboratory. The new lab enables greater operational efficiencies, improved turnaround times to support future growth and expansion into emerging technologies and lab testing methodologies.

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

New MLS/MT Graduates encouraged to apply

Hours:

• Full-Time; Nights Shift
• (1.0) FTE; 40 hours per week
• Rotating weekends and holidays among team
• Requires blood bank experience

***Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position; this position DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program**.

About the Job

In this role, the Medical Lab Scientist- Blood Bank will be responsible for supporting the delivery of patient care by performing laboratory testing that is utilized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This includes waived, moderate and high complexity testing. *Experience with waived, moderate, and high complexity testing in a "clinical" laboratory setting through education or work experience required*

What you'll do

• Performs all laboratory testing, including the pre-examination phase in accordance with standard operating procedures and accreditation guidelines to support the delivery of patient care.

• Conducts and documents established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluates the results of quality control testing and implements corrective action according to established protocols to ensure the accuracy and quality of patient testing.

• Participates in the validation of laboratory methods and procedures to meet the changing health care needs of our patients.

Here's what you'll need

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree/associate degree- Medical Laboratory Science Program
• Specific Degree(s): Medical Technology, Medical Technician, Medical Laboratory Science
• No sponsorship available

Licensure/Certifications:

Preferred:

• Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) or equivalent
• Other: Laboratory certification required (ASCP or HEW)

Perks & Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Competitive Shift Differentials 
• Daily Pay "NEW"
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.